LEDARS
Shyamnagar, Satkhira.

Position: Project Coordinator

Organization: LEDARS (Local Environment Development and Agricultural Research Society)

Job Nature: Full Time

Job Location: LEDARS Head Office (Shyamnagar, Satkhira) and Khulna Regional Office.

Number of Positions: 03

Reporting to: Director (Program)

Salary: Provisionary period 50,000 taka, after confirmation 55,000 taka (Including contributory provident fund)

Other benefits: Yearly increment, 2 festival bonuses, conveyance, phone bill, etc., as per HR policy.

Age Limit: 45 years.

Job Summary:

LEDARS (Local Environment Development and Agricultural Research Society), an NGO registered with the NGO Affairs Bureau, has been working in the climate-vulnerable southwest coastal region of Bangladesh since 1996. The region faces severe challenges due to the adverse impacts of climate change, affecting the lives and livelihoods of local communities. LEDARS has extensive experience in implementing climate change adaptation, Nature-based Solutions (NbS), and locally led development initiatives across coastal areas. As part of its continued mission to climate resilience and community development, LEDARS is going to appoint a proactive and experienced “Project Coordinator” who will play a central role in ensuring the effective, timely, and high-quality implementation of the project. The position requires strong leadership in coordinating participatory risk assessments, facilitating the development of Local Adaptation Plans (LAPAs), and overseeing the implementation of anticipatory and Nature-based adaptation actions. The role also involves ensuring alignment with national policies and UNEP frameworks while maintaining strong engagement with communities, local government institutions, and regional partners.

Job Description / Responsibilities

Project Management & Implementation

  • Lead overall planning, coordination, and execution of project activities.
  • Ensure timely delivery of outputs including risk assessments, LAPAs, and adaptation actions.
  • Oversee field-level implementation in, ensuring quality and consistency.

Team Coordination & Supervision

  • Supervise project staff and field teams, ensuring effective task allocation and performance.
  • Facilitate coordination among technical experts, operational staff, and stakeholders.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Maintain strong communication with Donor, local government, and community stakeholders.
  • Organize and facilitate stakeholder consultations and coordination meetings.

Financial & Administrative Oversight

  • Monitor project budget and ensure cost-effective implementation.
  • Ensure compliance with LEDARS and donor financial and administrative procedures.

Monitoring, Reporting & Quality Assurance

  • Oversee project monitoring systems and track progress against targets.
  • Ensure timely preparation of technical and financial reports.
  • Maintain the quality of all project outputs and documentation.

Knowledge Management & Learning

  • Support documentation of lessons learned, case studies, and best practices.
  • Facilitate knowledge sharing through national and regional platforms.

Educational Requirements:

Master’s degree in Climate Change, Environmental Science, Geography, Development Studies, Social Science or a related field

Experience Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in managing climate change, environmental and sustainable development projects.
  • Proven experience in community-based adaptation, participatory planning, or LAPA development.
  • Experience working with international donors (e.g., UN agencies, EU, ICIMOD, GIZ, etc.)/National repeated NGOs.
  • Strong experience in field coordination and stakeholder engagement

Safeguarding Issues

LEDARS is committed to maintaining a safe and inclusive working environment. The Project Coordinator must:

  • Ensure adherence to safeguarding policies, including prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (PSEAH).
  • Promote gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) in all project activities.
  • Ensure protection of vulnerable groups, including women, children, and marginalized communities.
  • Maintain ethical standards in community engagement and data collection
  • Immediately report any safeguarding concerns in line with LEDARS policies

Application Deadline: 17 May 2026

Only short-listed candidates will be called for an interview.
LEDARS is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages qualified
Women and minority candidates to apply.

Organization Information:
LEDARS (Local Environment Development and Agricultural Research Society) is an NGO working in southwest Bangladesh since 1996. LEDARS is working to improve the socio-economic condition of the vulnerable population in the coastal area. By this time, LEDARS has obtained several national and international awards and prizes, including the Zayed Sustainability Prize for its work. 

Head Office: Village: Munshigonj, Post: Kadamtala, Upazila: Shyamnagar, District: Satkhira, Bangladesh. Web: www.ledars.org
Khulna Regional Office: House# 798, East Mohammadnagar, Lobonchora, Rupsha Bridge Road, Khulna, Bangladesh.